…of the supply chain to our food supply,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “Many livestock producers had to make the unfortunate decision to depopulate their livestock…
Almond Update: Smaller Objective Forecast, But Demand Remains Strong
…world,” Waycott explained. “And with the smaller estimate if that number is accurate, or close to it, then the overall supply will be very much in balance with demand.” Listen…
Registration is Now Open for the Organic Grower Summit
…attendees a tremendous opportunity for growers to learn from and network with their supply chain partners and service providers in an intimate and engaging two-day event,” OPN co-founder Tonya Antle…
Executive Order Addresses Right to Repair and Market Competition
…when many in the farm supply chain are frustrated,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “We will closely examine the details of this executive order as we…
Almond Shipments Staying Strong Despite Pandemic Challenges
…threw trade markets into turmoil, with supply chains having to adapt to a vastly different landscape. Port delays have continued to be a problem for the agricultural sector throughout the…
NEED Water Act to Provide Drought Relief to San Joaquin Valley
…Water Project to reduce water supply shortages in Valley communities.” The NEED Water Act seeks to address some of the regulatory hurdles affecting water transfers between regions. Provisions pertaining to…
New Guidelines Available as Winegrape Mechanization Expands
…winegrapes are mechanically picked in California. But due to the novel coronavirus and then other problems that we’ve been having with a reliable labor supply we’re seeing a very rapid…
July 4th Cookout Cost Stable Compared to Year Ago
…AFBF Economist Veronica Nigh. “Beef and pork processing plant disruptions that occurred in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic have been resolved, leading to lower retail ground beef and pork…
Ag Groups Make Recommendations for Strengthening Food Supply Chain
…easy fix to the supply chain disruptions facing the agriculture industry and any solutions need a multi-pronged approach,” said ARA Director of Public Policy Hunter Carpenter. “Any long-term solutions to…
Fresh Produce Industry Continues to Struggle with Transportation Issues
…in addressing the transportation disruptions. The Federal Maritime Commission is investigating export practices of several ocean carriers operating in U.S. ports. Ag groups have been insistent on immediate action being…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 06-21-21
…tax changes, industry members and lawmakers meet to discuss an immigration bill in the Senate and how $4 million is going to strengthen the food supply chain. Tune in to…
Prune Crop Looks Good with Positive Market Conditions for Producers
…When COVID-19 became an overwhelming concern back in March of 2020, it immediately threw the food supply chain into turmoil. Market shifts created by school and restaurant closures caused significant…
Last Chance to Register for Flight of the Honeybees Virtual Conference
…biodiversity and our environment, and the overall importance of honeybees as it relates to the food supply chain. Speakers include representatives from the ApisProject, the Almond Board of California, and…
Updates to The Packers and Stockyards Act Proposed by USDA
…enhancement of the 100-year-old law. Issues within the meat sector were exposed during the disruptions created during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The Packers and Stockyards Act is a vital tool for…